Al-Arid is a geographical region located on the Najd Plateau. It includes Mount al-Arid ( Tuwaiq ) and the surrounding area, encompassing an oasis, springs, wells, and orchards abundant with palm trees, as well as several villages and towns. This name is also used to refer to Riyadh City , the capital of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia , and its surroundings. Naming of al-Arid Al-Arid, was previously called al-Yamamah, Arid al-Yamamah, or Tuwaiq. It is believed that the name was derived from a tran...